09/29/2026
What is the Disability Tax Credit in Canada — and who may qualify?
The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a federal, non-refundable tax credit that can help eligible Canadians with physical or mental impairments reduce the income tax they may have to pay.
For 2026, the federal disability amount is $10,341, which can provide a federal tax reduction of up to $1,448.
But having a diagnosis does not automatically mean you qualify.
The CRA generally looks at how an impairment affects specific everyday functions and whether those effects meet its eligibility criteria.
In this video, we explain:
✔ What the Disability Tax Credit is
✔ How the CRA assesses eligibility
✔ The functions the CRA may consider
✔ Key DTC eligibility requirements
✔ How to apply
✔ Previous years you may be able to claim
✔ When an unused amount may transfer to a supporting family member
✔ Other programs and benefits that may be connected to DTC approval
Learn more about the Disability Tax Credit: https://advancedtax.ca/what-is-disability-tax-credit/